Cheap flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu from $44

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6:55 pm - 9:15 pmJHB-BKI
2h 20mnonstop
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12:55 pm - 3:10 pmBKI-JHB
2h 15mnonstop
$83AirAsia
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Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 2
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5:15 pm - 7:35 pmJHB-BKI
2h 20mnonstop
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9:40 pm - 11:55 pmBKI-JHB
2h 15mnonstop
$86AirAsia
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Sun, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 11
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6:55 pm - 9:15 pmJHB-BKI
2h 20mnonstop
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3:30 pm - 5:45 pmBKI-JHB
2h 15mnonstop
$88AirAsia
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Sun, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 8
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6:55 pm - 9:15 pmJHB-BKI
2h 20mnonstop
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7:50 pm - 10:05 pmBKI-JHB
2h 15mnonstop
$89AirAsia
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Sun, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 8
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6:50 pm - 9:30 amJHB-BKI
14h 40m1 stop
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8:50 pm - 6:10 pmBKI-JHB
21h 20m1 stop
$93Malaysia Airlines
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Sun, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 8
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6:50 pm - 9:30 amJHB-BKI
14h 40m1 stop
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10:10 am - 6:10 pmBKI-JHB
8h 00m1 stop
$122Malaysia Airlines
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7:45 pm - 12:40 amJHB-BKI
4h 55m1 stop
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6:50 am - 3:50 pmBKI-JHB
9h 00m1 stop
$196Malaysia Airlines
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Tue, Sep 30 - Sun, Oct 5
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4:00 pm - 1:25 pmJHB-BKI
21h 25m2 stops
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11:35 am - 10:35 amBKI-JHB
23h 00m2 stops
$238Batik Air
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7:00 am - 2:05 pmJHB-BKI
31h 05m2 stops
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3:00 pm - 3:00 pmBKI-JHB
24h 00m2 stops
$242Batik Air
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Sat, Oct 11 - Tue, Oct 14
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4:00 pm - 2:05 pmJHB-BKI
22h 05m2 stops
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3:30 pm - 3:00 pmBKI-JHB
23h 30m2 stops
$244Batik Air
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AirAsia flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu

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AirAsia
Oct 31
JHB6:55 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
2h 20m
BKI9:15 pmKota Kinabalu
Nov 2
BKI12:55 pmKota Kinabalu
2h 15m
JHB3:10 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
AirAsia
Dec 7
JHB5:15 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
2h 20m
BKI7:35 pmKota Kinabalu
Dec 11
BKI9:40 pmKota Kinabalu
2h 15m
JHB11:55 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
AirAsia
Nov 2
JHB6:55 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
2h 20m
BKI9:15 pmKota Kinabalu
Nov 8
BKI3:30 pmKota Kinabalu
2h 15m
JHB5:45 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Batik Air flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu

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Batik Air
Dec 7
JHB4:00 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
21h 25m
2 stops
BKI1:25 pmKota Kinabalu
Dec 11
BKI11:35 amKota Kinabalu
23h 00m
2 stops
JHB10:35 amJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
Batik Air
Oct 11
JHB7:00 amJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
31h 05m
2 stops
BKI2:05 pmKota Kinabalu
Oct 14
BKI3:00 pmKota Kinabalu
24h 00m
2 stops
JHB3:00 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
Batik Air
Sep 8
JHB4:00 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
22h 05m
2 stops
BKI2:05 pmKota Kinabalu
Sep 10
BKI3:30 pmKota Kinabalu
23h 30m
2 stops
JHB3:00 pmJohor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

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Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Fri 10/31

6:55 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 11/2

12:55 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$83

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 12/7

5:15 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 12/11

9:40 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$86

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 11/2

6:55 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/8

3:30 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$88

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 11/2

6:55 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/8

7:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$89

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 11/2

6:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop14h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/8

8:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$93

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 11/2

6:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop14h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/8

10:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$122

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Tue 9/30

7:45 pm-12:40 am

1 stop4h 55m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 10/5

6:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$196

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sun 12/7

4:00 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 12/11

11:35 am-10:35 am

2 stops23h 00m

$238

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Sat 10/11

7:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops31h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 10/14

3:00 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$242

Johor BahruKota Kinabalu

JHB - BKI

JHBBKI

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Mon 9/8

4:00 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/10

3:30 pm-3:00 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$244

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kota Kinabalu?

In general, July is the cheapest month to fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $86. The month of August is another great option to travel to Kota Kinabalu, with average flight prices from Johor Bahru averaging around $102.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Kota Kinabalu from Johor Bahru. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was $88. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $131. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Kota Kinabalu?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Kota Kinabalu is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu in the afternoon for as low as $90. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Kota Kinabalu are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $138. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Kota Kinabalu?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kota Kinabalu from Johor Bahru when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kota Kinabalu for around $112 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kota Kinabalu from Johor Bahru for as low as $89 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu (JHB to BKI) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$46

Fastest flight time

2h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Kota Kinabalu

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Kota Kinabalu from Johor Bahru in the past 72 hours is $46. The best round-trip flight deal from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $76.
The fastest flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu takes 2h 20m
Direct flights go from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu every day.
There is 1 airport near Kota Kinabalu: Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
  • How far is Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu is 903.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 2h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Prices for flights from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport to Kota Kinabalu Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Kota Kinabalu Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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AirAsiaPriceFrom $75Free CancellationRating
6.7
212 reviews
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  • AirAsia Flights From Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu

    The lowest priced AirAsia flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu from the last 72 hours was $75. Generally, AirAsia has 10 flights on this route every week with an average price of $108. AirAsia is rated 6.7/10 by our users.

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